Conditions
Spinal conditions can be caused by a number of things, including injuries, infections, inflammation, and congenital disorders. Learn more below.
Cervical Conditions:
Cervical Disc Herniation
Cervical disc herniation occurs when the soft center of a disc in your neck pushes out through a crack in the outer part. This can squeeze the nerves or spinal cord, causing pain, tingling, or weakness in the neck, shoulders, arms, and hands.
Cervical Myelopathy
Cervical myelopathy is a condition resulting from the compression of the spinal cord in the cervical spine. It can lead to symptoms such as difficulty with coordination, gait disturbances, and loss of fine motor skills in the hands.
Cervical Stenosis
Cervical stenosis involves the narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck area, which can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. Symptoms may include neck pain, numbness, or weakness that can extend intothe extremities.
Thoracic Conditions:
Thoracic Disc Herniation
Thoracic disc herniation is less common but can happen in the middle of your back. It can cause back pain, as well as radiating pain around the ribs or chest, depending on the affected nerves.
Thoracic Myelopathy
Just like in the neck, thoracic myelopathy is when the spinal cord in the middle back is compressed, which can affect the lower body, potentially leading to issues with mobility and sensation.
Thoracic Fracture
A thoracic fracture is a break in one or more of the vertebrae in the mid-back region. This can result from trauma or conditions like osteoporosis and may result in pain, limited mobility, and in severe cases, nerve or spinal cord injury.
Lumbar Conditions:
Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar spondylolisthesis occurs when one vertebra slips forward over the one below it, often leading to lower back pain and leg pain.
Lumbar Disc Herniation/Sciatica
Lumbar disc herniation can cause sciatica, characterized by sharp pain that travels from the lower back down the leg. This is due to irritation of the sciatic nerve by the herniated disc material.
Lumbar Stenosis
Lumbar stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back, which can compress the spinal cord and nerves, causing back pain and leg pain with walking or standing for long periods.
Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease refers to the wear-and-tear on spinal discs, leading to pain, instability, and other symptoms as the discs lose hydration and elasticity.
Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves sideways in an “S” or “C” shape, which can lead to pain, reduced mobility, and in severe cases, respiratory issues.
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Dysfunction in the sacroiliac joint, located between the sacrum and the ilium of the pelvis, can cause lower back and leg pain, particularly when standing up from a sitting position or while sleeping.
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